pspan style font-size : 12.0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackZurich North America is hiring a RCIS Crop Underwriting Account Service Associate to join the Crop Underwriting team! As an Underwriting Account Service Associate, you will support crop insurance agent customers, work closely with experienced Underwriters in the review and analysis of risks.

You will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your research, analytical, and critical thinking skills to effectively assess risks and grow your career.

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0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackCrop Underwriting Associates perform various tasks.

Responsibilities include reviewing and evaluating crop insurance policies, while adhering to company policies, state, and federal guidelines within their established authority.

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0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackThis position is a hybrid model that supports a blend of in office and remote work from one of the following office locations : Anoka, MN;

Sioux Falls, SD; or Winston-Salem, NC area. / span / span / span / ppspan style font-size : 12.0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif / span / span / ppspan style font-size : 12.

0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackIn this role you will be responsible for : / span / span / span / ppspan style font-size : 12.

0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif / span / span / pullipspan style font-size : 12.0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackEnsure complete and accurate crop insurance policy underwriting by reviewing applications, written agreements, policy change forms, actual production history (APH) databases, acreage reports (AR), gathering missing information, resolving inconsistencies, and outlining next steps.

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span / span / span / p / lilipspan style font-size : 12.0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackRectify errors and issues identified in the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) Error Report.

span / span / span / p / lilipspan style font-size : 12.0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackSpecific duties as assigned by the leadership team to underwrite and support regional specialty crops.

Regional specializations, i.e., Category C crops, whole-farm revenue protection, or Livestock Products. / span / span / span / p / lilipspan style font-size : 12.

0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackSupports Underwriter with broker / agent / distributor / customer interactions by providing outstanding customer service skills.

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The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.

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0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackBasic Qualifications : / span / span / span / ppspan style font-size : 12.

0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif / span / span / pullipspan style font-size : 12.0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackBachelor’s degree and no prior experience in the Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance areabrOR / span / span / span / p / lilipspan style font-size : 12.

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0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackKnowledge of data collection and analysis / span / span / span / p / lilipspan style font-size : 12.

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0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including Associates Degree and 2 or mor years of experience in the Insurance, Underwriting, Finance, Accounting or Banking area.

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0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackHigh School Diploma or Equivalent and 4 or more years of experience in the Insurance, Underwriting, Insurance, Underwriting, Finance, Accounting or Banking area.

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0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackKnowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory environment.

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0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackExperience with processing, rating and policy management systems used in the insurance industry.

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0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackExperience servicing product portfolios for multiple lines of business for insurance or financial industry.

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0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif / span / span / pullipspan style font-size : 12.0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackInsurance industry knowledge applicable to underwriting rules and procedures / span / span / span / p / lilipspan style font-size : 12.

0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackKnowledge of agriculture, livestock, and / or multi-peril crop insurance and specialty programs / span / span / span / p / lilipspan style font-size : 12.

0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackSuperior skills in relationship building, active listening with customers and co-workers / span / span / span / p / lilipspan style font-size : 12.

0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifspan style color : blackStrong verbal and written communication skills / span / span / span / p / lilipspan style font-size : 12.

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0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifAs a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time (a href https : / / www.

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0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifA future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

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At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together.

As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience.

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals.

We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business.

As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging.

Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve.

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0pxspan style font-family : Arial, Helvetica, sans-serifAs a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset.

We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal : exceeding our customers’ expectations.

Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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Last updated : 2024-05-12